The Lark and Her Young Ones
In this entertaining moral story, a Lark and her chicks learn the importance of self-reliance when the owner of their wheat field decides to harvest himself instead of relying on neighbors. Initially unconcerned, the mother Lark realizes the seriousness of the situation and prepares to move her young ones to safety, illustrating the life-lesson that self-help is the best help. This fable exemplifies the valuable lessons learned from stories that emphasize the importance of taking initiative in challenging times.
Reveal Moral
"Self-reliance and initiative are essential for achieving one's goals."
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Quick Facts
- Age Group
- kidschildrenstory for class 2story for class 3story for class 4story for class 5story for class 6
- Theme
- self-reliancecautionthe importance of action
- Characters
- Larkyoung Larksowner of the fieldlaborersreapers
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